Bank: Public and private banks in India will observe a closure in celebration of Holi 2025. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday schedule, banks in certain states may be closed from March 13 to March 16, encompassing both Holi and the weekend.
Holidays for banks can differ by state
On March 14, banking operations will be disrupted nationwide due to the Holi festivities. However, the specific holidays for banks can differ by state, as they are influenced by local celebrations and events. Therefore, customers are encouraged to verify the official holiday schedule at their local bank branch.
In several cities, banks will be closed for a total of three days. For instance, in Dehradun, Kanpur, Lucknow, Ranchi, Manipur, and Kerala, banks will be closed on March 13 for Holika Dahan and Attukal Pongala, on March 14 for Holi, and on March 16 for the weekly Sunday holiday.
On Friday, March 14, banks will be closed due to Holi 2025 and the Yaosang festival, which is celebrated in various regions of the country.
Holi, known as the festival of colors, is marked by vibrant celebrations across India. Similarly, Yaosang, or Pichkari, is celebrated in Manipur with colors, music, dance, and traditional games, resembling the Holi festivities. Additionally, banks in Tripura, Odisha, and Bihar will be closed on the second day of Holi, Saturday, March 15, as banking services will also be affected in Manipur due to the second day of Yaosang.
Nonetheless, banking services will remain operational in other regions of the country, as the third Saturday of March (March 15) is not designated as a mandatory holiday under RBI regulations. According to RBI guidelines, banks are closed only on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Banks will also be closed on Sunday, March 16.